Free childcare hours and free school meals guidance on GOV.UK

GOV.UK provides official, up-to-date information and application routes for statutory free childcare hours and free school meals for eligible children. Eligibility depends on your child’s age, household circumstances and which UK nation you live in; GOV.UK explains the 15–30 hour funded childcare schemes, how to check eligibility and how to apply through your local council or HMRC childcare account. Access the service and apply or find local council contact details via the gov.uk website.